Sounding Out: Flute Teacher

Sounding Out: Flute Teacher

Location: The King's School, Canterbury

Start: September 2026 (Advent Term start date 19/09/2026)

Based in the stunning setting of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey, a World Heritage Site, The King's School is one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.

Job details

Job category/type: Music

Date posted: 09/03/2026

Job reference: VAC00664

Attachments: Sounding Out 2026.pdf

Responsibilities

The position will involve teaching one 45 minute group flute lesson (3 or 4 students per group) and participation in two other musical sessions (assisting with ensemble work / theory etc) on eight Saturday mornings per term. The hours would increase each year as the flautists work their way through the programme.

In addition, the role includes preparing the students for twice yearly showcase performances and being part of the Sounding Out team, working together to support the general musicianship of all the students in the programme. We currently offer violin, trumpet, cello and clarinet lessons and from September 2026, will be expanding to include flute.

Qualifications

• Experienced and enthusiastic flute teacher

Contact

If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact Nikki Ridley, Sounding Out Coordinator on .

Apply online: Sounding Out: Flute Teacher Apply online

Closing date for receipt of applications: 25 March 2026

Important information

The King's School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

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